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Smallville 2001

“Destiny is now.”

★ 8.2/10 · 4,516 votes TV-14 Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureDrama 10 seasons · 216 eps Ended
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What is Smallville?

Smallville is an American superhero television series developed by writer-producers Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. Based on the DC Comics character Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the show explores the origins of the world’s greatest hero.

Type
TV series
Year
2001
Status
Ended
Episodes
216
Runtime
43 minutes
First aired
Oct 16, 2001
Last aired
May 13, 2011
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
The WB, The CW
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Overview

Smallville is an American superhero television series developed by writer-producers Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. Based on the DC Comics character Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the show explores the origins of the world’s greatest hero. The narrative follows the life of a young Clark Kent in the town of Smallville, Kansas, beginning with the arrival of the Krypton refugee on Earth. Throughout the series, Clark Kent navigates his tumultuous teen years while learning to harness his alien powers for good. He balances these emerging abilities with the typical challenges of adolescence, including family drama, young love, and the struggle to find his place in the world. The series documents his development from a teenager into the Man of Steel. Smallville debuted on October 16, 2001, on the WB Television Network and concluded on May 13, 2011. The program features actors including Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, Allison Mack, and Kristin Kreuk. Viewers can access the series through various streaming platforms, digital storefronts, and physical media releases.

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Should you watch it?

“Witness the formative years of Clark Kent as he discovers his powers in Smallville, Kansas.”

Reasons to watch
  • explores the origins of a legendary hero
  • balances teenage life with extraordinary abilities
Keep in mind
  • slow pacing in early seasons
  • long series commitment

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven origin stories set within the DC Comics universe.

The series features themes of teenage struggles and supernatural events suitable for a general audience.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 21 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 23 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 22 episodes
Season 5 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is Smallville about?

The series follows the life of a young Clark Kent as he learns to control his powers.

Who created the show?

Smallville was created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar.

When did the series air?

The show debuted on October 16, 2001 and concluded on May 13, 2011.

Where is the show set?

The story takes place in the town of Smallville, Kansas.

Is this a Superman show?

It depicts the journey of Clark Kent before he fully embraces his destiny as the Man of Steel.